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arfie
arfie

day two of the new school year and i am risking the sin of pride over how neatly the five of us have fallen back into last school year's routine. everyone seems to be grateful to be back in the saddle again.


the cautionary note in, "risking the sin of pride" is the blinding arrogance which so often accompanies pride. i all too easily fall into an attitude of, "i got this. all i have to do now is sit on the back of my convertible and wave to the adoring crowds." i all too often forget to watch for potholes in the road when i am too full of myself.


is pride a deadly sin? i hold that it is a question of balance. a sense of pride helps me do better work and be more grateful for the gifts of life. too much pride and you become a delusional fool.


thoughts? opinions? experience? 

GreenEyes727
GreenEyes727
Pride is not a sin arfie! The fact that everything is running smoothly is a blessing! Children are a blessing. They are not always easy to care for. On the way to visit my Aunt, I passed Sunset Lake. I clearly remember my Mom, in her blue shift dress that she made, standing at the end of the picnic table, asking what we wanted for lunch. I liked cream cheese sandwiches. My Mom was young. We were well-behaved. It is a nice memory. She made a matching shift dress for me. Times were different back then. Your foster children will remember you for all that you are doing for them. Hopefully, they will give back.
arfie
arfie
thank you, greeneyes.

certain measures of pride are essential for healthy self-esteem. the water analogy springs to mind. a glass of is healthy hydration. drinking lake michigan will drown you.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
When everything works and feelings are shared smoothly, I take a moment and relax and appreciate that sometimes, all is well! Here's to those moments!
malibumark
malibumark
I think pride can put wind in our sails for sure when everything works well.
But as Winston Churchill said "We can hold success in our mouths like a good cigar...roll it around and taste it.....but never swallow." :)
I try - and I think you do too - to remain circumspect during all events.
There's nothing wrong with pride and you are a good foster mom. So good
it makes me proud! :) Keep your focus and keep on keeping on. Peace.
MelT2020
MelT2020
Arfie. I'm proud of you!
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